Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $75,640 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $36.37
10th percentile $50,650
90th percentile $97,660
Employed locally 40
National median $88,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,650
    25th
    $63,500
    50th (median)
    $75,640
    75th
    $80,470
    90th
    $97,660

    Top-paying metros for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $170,590
    Vallejo, CA $170,290
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $147,480
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $133,870
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $125,660
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $125,390

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$71,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$51,380
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,180
    Pharmacists$124,990
    Nurse Practitioners$106,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians$34,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in East Tennessee is $36.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.06 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists salaries?

    The median Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists salary in East Tennessee is 14.2% below the national median of $88,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,650 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,500.